Well I sure did misjudge the post-op pain. Let's just say it was far from a walk in the park. It's been a week and two days since surgery and it'll be a week tomorrow that I was released. Unfortunately, Saturday I started running a fever and was extremely ill so I was re-admitted a... [More]

The most dedicated athletes can get whiney and down about the process of training, but then I see someone who inspires me to “pull up my bootstraps” and keep pushing on. One of these people is on one of my DVD weight training tapes. This young man does plio (jump trai... [More]

The most dedicated athletes can get whiney and down about the process of training, but then I see someone who inspires me to “pull up my bootstraps” and keep pushing on. One of these people is on one of my DVD weight training tapes. This young man does plio (jump training) wi... [More]

I love to cook! My family is in the restaurant business and cooking was a part of our family dynamic/community. Recipes are a great inspiration (especially if you’re not confident about experimenting with cooking), but never underestimate cooking clean and quickly with what’s in your fri... [More]

With summer approaching, and the pool opening today, I am reminded what a great exercise swimming is! All you need to remind you, even if you are a fit athlete, is to swim a lap of a pool. You will feel winded and challenged! Great for diversity in training, and it can easily be im... [More]

Weight loss through dieting alone is not easy. There are pitfalls at every turn. The best way to ensure that your program reaches the goals that you seek, you MUST combine clean eating and exercise. There are issues to be aware of that help keep you on track:
1. Don't eat off your ... [More]

Do you see pink in the sink when you brush your teeth? That pink means your gums are bleeding and could be a symptom of gum problems such as gingivitis or plaque buildup at the gumline. Be sure to use a soft bristled brush as some brushes may have bristles that are too abrasive for your ... [More]

If you pain in your knees appearing to be from exercise, the pain may be originating from your hips!
When your ball/socket joints are out of line or weak, it can radiate pain to other areas such as ankles, hips, and your back. This issue should always be checked by a doctor if the pain is severe, bu... [More]

Recently, a relative of mine was prescribed an antibiotic. I reminded her that there are two important things to remember:
1. Take your medicine till it is finished, even if you ‘feel better’. Many people stop taking them, and have... [More]

You are trying to make positive choices to eat healthier, but the manufacturers aren’t always being forthright with providing accurate information.
If a product label reads natural, you expect it to be healthier. The problem is “natural” has no standard definition which means... [More]